Do you ever find yourself complaining and whining about circumstances or news? When water poured into our basement and caused the sump pump to fail, I grumped and complained as we faced six months of repair in the house we rented. I had to choose gratitude, even though the situation felt overwhelming. Would you like some tips about incorporating gratitude into your life? Gratitude can transform mental health. Come and listen to this week’s episode 39-Are You a Whiner or Wise? Five Ways Gratitude Enhances Mental Health Next Steps Practice Gratitude by writing three to five things you are thankful for. Looking for Support? Free Facebook Natural Healing Community  https://www.facebook.com/groups/naturalhealingcommunityforchristianwomen or           https://bit.ly/3FMactK for shorter link. Check out Dr. Robert Emmons videos about gratitude on YouTube. Intro, outro, and trailer music “Bright as the Dawn” is licensed by Taizo Audio through Premium Beat by Shutterstock. #6193805 Disclaimer: I am not a licensed professional therapist, and unable to diagnose, treat or analyze depression or other associated mental illnesses. Based on Biblical principles and my personal experience of healing, I offer these holistic wellness strategies as a guide to bring healing from trauma and depression. You will receive Biblical encouragement, support, and hope in your journey to healing, using natural life solutions. Please see your doctor, psychologist, or professional therapist for help with diagnosing and treating mental illness. If you are severely depressed, to the point where you are considering suicide, please get help immediately! Your life matters, and you are loved and valued. It is possible to find hope and healing from depression. Christians in Crisis https://www.christiansncrisis.com  phone or text 1-844-472-9687. Started by Marriage/ Family Therapist Dr. Cheryll Holmes, this faith-based hotline offers a listening ear and counsel for severe depression and other mental illness issues. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 988 for emotional support through depression/Suicide.                                                                                                                             If you have enjoyed this podcast, please send it to a friend, so they can discover healing from trauma and depression. Also, please consider writing a review on Apple/iTunes. These reviews help spread the word about the podcast, so other people can rise above depression into wellness, like the sun ascending and reflecting on majestic mountains, a new day dawning. Connect with me:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethhopesteigerwalt/